1984 Toyota FJ60 - Engine View - Photo 8502244

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That's no Toyota engine stuffed into the FJ's engine bay. Instead of OE inline-six power, there's the General's best: a '96 small-block V-8 outfitted with factory performance goodies and topped with a K&N filter. An Optima battery supplies the juice.

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02054wd 01zoom+1984 Toyota FJ60+Front View Descending

The classic good looks of Charles Bluth's Sparks, Nevada-based '84 FJ60 was functionally enhanced with the addition of an ARB Bull Bar bumper and a Warn Model 8274 winch.

The FJ's rear suspension was thoroughly reworked, including changing the OE spring-under axle configuration for a springover setup. Old Man Emu leaf packs provide additional lift, and Rancho RS 5000 dampers keep the springs under control.

That's no Toyota engine stuffed into the FJ's engine bay. Instead of OE inline-six power, there's the General's best: a '96 small-block V-8 outfitted with factory performance goodies and topped with a K&N filter. An Optima battery supplies the juice.

It's a snug fit, but the 15x10-inch Weld Super Single II forged alloys and the 38x15.5x15 TSL Super Swamper XS treads tuck nicely into the FJ's fenders, thanks to a front springover conversion and a set of custom-built, 4-inch lifted spring packs.

Although a stock FJ60 interior is well-equipped, Charles Bluth added a Sony stereo, Alpine amps, Panasonic speakers, a Lokar shifter, and custom stitchery in hues of blue and gray.